Gov't launches nationwide LPG and petroleum business registration drive

The State Department for Internal Security and National Administration in collaboration with the State Department for Petroleum has announced the launch of a nationwide LPG and Petroleum business registration exercise.

The exercise is scheduled to begin on Tuesday 3rd April 2023 and will run through to Friday 14th April 2023.

The registration will be conducted in all sub-counties by National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) in collaboration with the Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).

The registration drive aims to enhance the management and regulation of LPG and petroleum businesses in the country and will involve collection of data and information from all LPG and petroleum businesses.

The exercise will help to ensure that all LPG and petroleum operators are compliant with safety regulations, thereby minimizing the risk of accidents and protecting the public.

The Government remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens and the effective regulation of the petroleum sector.

"We encourage all LPG and petroleum dealers and traders to participate in the registration exercise," says a circular from the Ministry of Interior.

Upon expiry of the registration period, all unregistered LPG and petroleum businesses will be deemed to be non-operational.